Rajasthan BJP chief Madan Rathore commended the Central government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for its efforts in bolstering the country’s education infrastructure. He highlighted the expansion of Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs), Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs), and Central Universities as significant steps taken by the government.
Rathore mentioned that Rajasthan currently houses 85 Kendriya Vidyalayas and 36 Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas. He further noted that in the last three years, the government has announced the establishment of 12 new Kendriya Vidyalayas in the state. The Union Budget for 2026–27 has allocated Rs 10,129 crore for Kendriya Vidyalayas and Rs 6,025 crore for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas nationwide.
The Central government approved the establishment of 85 new Kendriya Vidyalayas in December 2024, with Rajasthan receiving nine schools, seven of which are operational. Additionally, out of the 57 Kendriya Vidyalayas approved in October 2025, Rajasthan was allocated two schools, one of which is already functioning. Moreover, the state has been granted one Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya out of the five approved in June 2026.
The Centre has allocated Rs 950.41 crore for 164 education-related projects in Rajasthan during the 2026–27 financial year, with Rs 333.30 crore designated for 34 projects under the PM-USHA scheme. This initiative aims to enhance educational infrastructure by developing modern facilities like ICT laboratories, science labs, digital libraries, smart classrooms, and LED lighting in educational institutions.
Rathore emphasized that the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan would further enhance the quality of school education and infrastructure in Rajasthan. He also lauded the Central government’s investments in higher education, which have led to the expansion of research facilities, improved quality, and modernized educational institutions. The Ministry of Education has confirmed that permanent buildings for Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas are being constructed gradually, contingent upon land availability, statutory approvals, and completion of the construction process.
Rathore expressed confidence that these initiatives would fortify Rajasthan’s school and higher education infrastructure, facilitating the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 in the state.
